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Welcome to the Institute for Governance and Civics Faculty & Staff Hiring page. Here, you will find all current job opportunities available within the IGC, along with detailed descriptions of each position. These listings represent an exciting chance to join a team dedicated to enhancing civic understanding and engagement through rigorous academic scholarship.
Open Positions

JOE ID Number: 2025-02_111476401
Date Posted: 10/02/2025
Title: Assistant Professor of Economics
Section: US: Full-Time Academic (Permanent, Tenure Track or Tenured)
Location: Tallahassee, Florida, UNITED STATES
JEL Classifications:
H0 -- General
I2 -- Education and Research Institutions
K0 -- General
L0 -- General
N0 -- General
O3 -- Innovation; Research and Development; Technological Change; Intellectual Property Rights
R0 -- General
 
Full Text of JOE Listing:

The Department of Economics at Florida State University, along with the Florida Institute for Governance and Civics (IGC), invite applications for a tenure-track position at the assistant professor rank. This position will be full-time, 9-month, within the Department of Economics. The appointment will also have a joint affiliation with the IGC. The anticipated start date is August 2026.

Applicants from any field will receive full consideration, though ideal candidates will demonstrate clear potential to produce frontier research that is policy relevant. We are especially interested in candidates whose research explores how economic and political institutions affect outcomes.

The successful candidate must show evidence of the potential to produce internationally recognized policy-relevant research (at the Assistant level) or have a strong track record of publication success (at the advanced Assistant level). Duties include teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels, service responsibilities, and engaging in IGC programming. Completion of all requirements for the Ph.D. before the date of hire is required.

For more information regarding the Institute for Governance and Civics, please visit https://igc.fsu.edu/. For more information about the Department of Economics, please visit the department website at https://cosspp.fsu.edu/economics/.

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Inquiries about this search should be directed to Shawn Kantor at skantor@fsu.edu. Applications received on or before November 7, 2025, will receive full consideration.
 

Application Requirements:
  • Research Statement
  • Letters of Reference
  • Job Market Paper
  • Cover Letter
  • CV

Application deadline: 11/07/2025

JOE ID Number: 2025-02_111476369
Date Posted: 09/30/2025
Title: Professor/Associate Professor of Economics
Section: US: Full-Time Academic (Permanent, Tenure Track or Tenured)
Location: Tallahassee, Florida, UNITED STATES
JEL Classification: 00 -- 00 - Default: Any Field
 

Full Text of JOE Listing:

The Department of Economics at Florida State University, along with the Florida Institute for Governance and Civics (IGC), invite applications for a tenured position at the associate or full professor rank. This position will be full-time, 9-month, within the Department of Economics, with a joint affiliation in the IGC. The anticipated start date is August 2026.

We seek outstanding candidates whose research is policy relevant and explores how economic, political, and legal institutions influence outcomes. Candidates who possess experience with public-facing civic/economic initiatives are desired.

The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to research and scholarship through high quality publications in top-tier venues. Duties include teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels and service responsibilities. Additionally, the candidate will be expected to contribute to the intellectual life and programmatic development of the IGC.


Minimum Qualifications:

• A Ph.D. in Economics or equivalent terminal degree at the time of appointment;
• A clear record of research productivity, appropriate to the rank being sought;
• An established record of successful teaching at the university level, commensurate with the rank being sought, and a demonstrated ability to teach and participate in the Department’s undergraduate and graduate programs.

For more information regarding the Institute for Governance and Civics, please visit https://igc.fsu.edu/. For more information about the Department of Economics, please visit the department website at https://cosspp.fsu.edu/economics/.

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Inquiries about this search should be directed to Shawn Kantor at skantor@fsu.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Application Requirements:
  • Cover Letter
  • CV

Application deadline: 01/31/2026

 

Job ID: 61158

Location: Tallahassee, FL

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Department: College of Law

 
Responsibilities

The Florida State University College of Law, in conjunction with the Institute for Governance and Civics (IGC), seeks up to two Visiting Assistant Professor (VAP), to begin in the 2026-2027 academic year. The College is located in the heart of downtown Tallahassee – the capital of the nation's third largest state – across the street from the Florida Supreme Court and one block from the Florida Capitol.

The College and IGC are seeking scholar-teachers interested in future appointment as tenure-track members of a law faculty. This VAP is an opportunity for individuals coming from clerkships, fellowships, or legal practice to enhance their CV with close faculty mentorship in preparation for entering the academic market.

Subject areas of particular interest include: First Amendment law, law and economics, administrative law, business law, criminal law, and legal history. Individuals with any area of scholarly and teaching interest will be considered, however. The expectation is that this will be a two-year position but there will be a review after the first year. The College expects that VAPs produce at least one work of original scholarship with guidance and mentoring from FSU Law faculty members over the course of the two-year position. Each visitor will teach one class in the second semester of the first year and teach that course and a second course during the second year if the position is renewed. Courses will be selected in coordination with Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and subject to curricular approval by the Curriculum Committee. VAPs are welcome to attend all faculty activities open to visiting professors, including faculty workshops and conferences.

Each VAP will have at least one opportunity to present a paper in the faculty workshop series. VAPs will be expected to engage in some IGC programming. They will also receive a supplementary research budget to travel to conferences and other academic expenses.

Qualifications
  • Doctoral degree from an accredited institution or the highest degree appropriate in the field of specialization. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor.
Contact Info

Ryan J. Owens, J.D., Ph.D.

Professor of Political Science, Florida State University

Director, Florida Institute for Governance and Civics

E-mail: Ryan.Owens@fsu.edu

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

Learn more about our university and campuses.

Tallahassee as a community is a vibrant mid-size city with abundant opportunities – from government internships and legislative initiatives to events, shopping, dining, and outdoor activities. Tallahassee is located near the Gulf Beaches of Florida and enjoys abundant sunshine and four seasons with a mild winter climate.

Anticipated Salary Range

The anticipated starting salary for this position is $85,000.

FSU Total Rewards

FSU offers a robust Total Rewards package. Visit our website to learn more about our Compensation, Benefits, Wellness, Recognition, and Employee Development programs.

Use our interactive tool to calculate Total Compensation options based on potential salary, benefits and retirement contributions, earned leave, and other employment-related perks.

How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific Faculty job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://hr.fsu.edu/facultyjobs. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include education details even if attaching a Vita.

Please include the following materials with your application:

  1. 1-2 page research agenda
  2. Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Short-listed candidates will also be asked to produce an academic or professional writing sample and references. 

Considerations

This is a Visiting Faculty position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

This position is being advertised as open until filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

To apply to the job, follow the external “Apply here” link below to the FSU website. Then type the Job ID to find the job, select the job of interest, and use the “Apply for Job” button on the job detail page:

 Apply here

 Job ID: 61158

Job ID: 61618

Location: Tallahassee, FL

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Department: Institute for Governance and Civics, Provost Office

 
Responsibilities
  • Event Management: Responsible for researching, developing, and executing events that align with the goals of the IGC. Events may be initiated through direct assignment or identified through needs of assessments. Including engaging and coordinating with vendors to support events, as well as leading and managing the entire event planning process. This involves tracking and managing event-related expenditures and assigning resources to ensure successful event execution. Monitoring and recording event participation, maintaining and coordinating the IGC event calendar, and collaborating with IGC partners to facilitate smooth event registration. Additional duties comprise organizing travel, lodging, and local transportation for speakers, coordinating speaker dinners and related engagements, overseeing intern involvement in event operations, and providing on-site event management and support. Working with University stakeholders to secure event venues and procuring materials such as speaker gifts are also essential tasks. Responsible for negotiating contracts for IGC Speakers. Responsible for monitoring and controlling event budgets.
  • Team & Partner Management: This position will represent the Institute for Governance and Civics on multiple work groups and teams. Additionally, this position will work closely with the undergraduate and graduate student interns at the IGC through the assignment of event related duties and preparations. This position will support other IGC activities and operations as assigned.
  • Event Graphics: Design and produce visual assets, including flyers and promotional graphics, to support event marketing efforts.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree and four years experience or a combination of post high school education and experience equal to eight years.
University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

Learn more about our university and campuses.

FSU Total Rewards

FSU offers a robust Total Rewards package. Visit our website to learn more about our Compensation, Benefits, Wellness, Recognition, and Employee Development programs.

Use our interactive tool to calculate Total Compensation options based on potential salary, benefits and retirement contributions, earned leave, and other employment-related perks.

How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume. 

Considerations

This is an A&P position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

This position requires occasional work outside of normal business hours. 

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

To apply to the job, follow the external “Apply here” link below to the FSU website. Then type the Job ID to find the job, select the job of interest, and use the “Apply for Job” button on the job detail page:

 Apply here

 Job ID: 61618